Chili Pintos

1 cup Onion, chopped
1 cup Green bell pepper, chopped
5 cloves Fresh garlic, chopped
2 Tbs. Oil
2 Tbs. Basil, dried
1 Tbs. Mexican Oregano, dried
1 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
2 Tbs. Salt
3 Bay leaves
1 Tbs. Chili powder
3 Tbs. Honey
2 Tbs. Parsley
2 16 oz. cans Diced tomatoes
1 cup Tomato paste
4 cups dried Pinto beans
10 cups Water
Soak bean overnight, then cook the following day with all
the leafy herbs. Saute the onion, garlic, and pepper in oil,
then add to beans with the rest of the ingredients. Simmer
until done.
Serving Suggestions:
• topping for macaroni
• just plain with whole grain crackers
• topping for haystacks
• with fresh, hot Flour Tortillas

Preventing Constipation
A fiber-rich diet can help prevent
constipation, which is
important because the strain
caused by constipation is how
many hemorrhoid problems
begin.
Good sources of fiber include,
• potatoes
• beans- kidney, navy,
lima, and pinto
• whole-grain breads
• bran
• fresh fruits
• vetetables, especially
asparagus, Brussels
sprouts, cabbage, carrots,
cauliflower, corn, peas,
kale, and parsnips
It will also help to limit these
low- or no-fiber foods:
• ice cream
• soft drinks
• cheese
• white bread
• meat